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What is liquidity in real estate?

In real estate, the liquidity refers to how quickly and easily a property can be sold in the market without significantly affecting its price.

February 24, 2024

What is the difference between an interest rate swap and cap?

Interest rate swaps exchange interest rate payments to manage or improve loan conditions, whereas caps are purchased as protection against rising interest rates, with costs upfront for potential future savings.

February 24, 2024

What is straight line depreciation?

Straight-line depreciation is a method of allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life in equal annual increments. This method assumes that the asset will lose value in a consistent manner from the time it is put into use until it reaches the end of its useful life or becomes obsolete.

February 24, 2024

What is "as stabilized value" in real estate?

Stabilized value in real estate refers to the estimated value of a property once it has reached its optimal operational and occupancy levels, reflecting its maximum earning potential.

February 24, 2024

What is CMBS in real estate?

CMBS stands for Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities, a type of financial instrument in the real estate sector. CMBS are securities that are backed by mortgages on commercial properties rather than residential real estate.

February 24, 2024

What does capital stack mean in real estate?

The capital stack in real estate refers to the hierarchical arrangement of financing sources, from the lowest-risk senior debt to the highest-risk common equity, each layer offering different levels of risk and return.

February 24, 2024

What does Champion Home Builders do?

Champion Home Builders, a subsidiary of Skyline Champion Corporation, is a prominent name in the mobile and modular home manufacturing industry in North America. Established in 1953, the company has grown to become one of the largest modular homebuilders on the continent.

February 24, 2024

What does BTR mean in multifamily housing?

"Build-To-Rent" (BTR) in multifamily housing refers to properties specifically designed and built for the rental market, often featuring modern amenities and managed by a single entity to create a community atmosphere for residents.

February 24, 2024

What is Imresa Modular?

Impresa Modular, previously known as Express Modular, is a modular home company based in Martinsburg, West Virginia. It operates as a marketplace for modular homes, offering over 1,000 designs with standard floor plans that range significantly in size from 556 to 9,902 square feet.

February 24, 2024

What is Stack Homes?

Stack Homes is a company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, that specializes in sustainable modular homes with modern designs. They offer a range of pre-designed modules and floor plans, including four different homes and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) that vary in size from 120 to 960 square feet.

February 24, 2024
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